Red Mountain Custom Designs

11/12/2025

Hey friends — John here from Red Mountain Custom Designs 🇺🇸

I’ve shared photos of a few things I’ve made (pens, a bowl, fire starters, plaques), but I haven’t really told the story behind the work. I’d love to hear from you:

What brought you to this page?

What were you looking for when you got here?

Did you find it? If not, what’s missing?

What would you like to see me make next (patriotic décor, gifts, furniture accents)?

Would behind-the-scenes videos of the CNC/laser process be interesting to you?

Drop your thoughts in the comments (numbers are fine!), or DM me if you’ve got a custom idea in mind. Your feedback helps me build a tight, high-quality product line you’ll be proud to own or gift.
— John | Mesa, AZ | Handcrafted • Patriotic • Built to last

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10/07/2025

✨ Exciting News from the Workshop!
Red Mountain Custom Designs is now officially open on Etsy! 🎉
Each piece is handcrafted right here in Mesa, Arizona — from turned pens and engraved wedding plaques to unique wood gifts designed to bring warmth and beauty to your home.

Browse the collection, find your next favorite gift, and support local craftsmanship!
🛠️ Visit us at 👉 https://redmountaincustom.etsy.com/

Thank you for supporting handmade — every view, like, and share helps this small business grow. ❤️

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08/10/2025

Made a couple of these.

05/19/2024

I often watch YouTube videos to get ideas and to learn how others do what I want to do. I've tried making videos of my work, but I've discovered that I'm not very good at it. Maybe I should make a blooper reel. I don't care much for videos with nobody explaining the process. In 2011, when I first started making pens, my daughter made a video of the process. Here is a link to that video. There is no voiceover, which bothers me. Maybe next time.

Making a wooden pen on a lathe at Red Mountain Custom Designs

12/30/2023

These two pens were made at the request of someone who wanted to give them as gifts.

12/30/2023

Years ago I saw people on YouTube making pens with Celtic knots. I decided to give it a try. After doing all of the cutting and gluing, I could tell that the Celtic knot would be lopsided, so I set it aside without finishing it. I came across it last night after 11 years and decided to finish it just for fun. It's not good enough to sell but here it is.

12/30/2023

I started making pens years ago but haven't had a lot of time to make pens lately. Now I find time to make them while the CNC is running or while I'm waiting for the glue of another project to dry.If you like any of these pens DM me for more information.

11/05/2021

Red Mountain Custom Designs just got a laser engraver. Look for updates soon.

07/25/2021

After spending last week in Las Vegas at the AWFS Fair, we have returned with renewed excitement and commitment. Come back often to see what we're up to.

11/26/2020

This is my first attempt at making one of these platters. It looks cosmic.

03/28/2020

We delivered this last night. We’re ready to start selling them on Etsy.